Transport Controller

DHL; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in South Africa is seeking a CCT Controller to oversee the movement of goods and vehicles, ensuring timely and efficient deliveries. This role entails managing transport planning, monitoring key performance indicators, and providing operational support to drivers and clients. The ideal candidate should possess a Matric and ideally a degree/diploma in Logistics, along with 1-3 years of experience in the logistics environment. Proficiency in MS Office and transport management systems is required. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in transport/logistics environment.
• Computer literacy (MS Office, transport management systems).
• Good analytical and numerical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate movement of goods and vehicles for timely delivery.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators.
• Execute planning for local deliveries.
• Capture and verify transport data.
• Support adherence to company transport policies.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Dedicated to service excellence

Logical thinking

Reliability

Self-disciplined and organized

Education

Matric

Degree/Diploma in Logistics/Transport Management

Tools

MS Office

Transport management systems

Job description

BE PART OF THE WORLD’S LARGEST LOGISTICS COMPANY

Deutsche Post DHL Group is the world’s leading logistics and mail company. We’re one of the world’s largest employers, operating in over 220 countries and territories. We’re Europe’s largest postal service, partner for eCommerce and pioneers in secure digital communication. We’re number one in contract logistics and international express delivery, and a leader in the forwarding business. Join us and you’ll be working for a global company that’s focused on service, quality and sustainability, and using the power of global trade to connect people and improve lives. And not just for our Customers, but for every member of our Group too.

At DHL Supply Chain South Africa, we’re looking for…

Vacancy: CCT Controller

Role Outline

The CCT Controller will be responsible for managing and coordinating the movement of goods and vehicles/trucks to ensure timely, sale and efficient delivery by executing the planning in an end-to-end process – e.g. from loading to offloading. The role ensures and executes the efficient flow of goods, and provides operational support to drivers, clients, and internal stakeholders to maintain service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Regularly monitor and report on key performance indicators such as cost per mile, load-to-truck ratio, and driver efficiency.
• Monitor the status of shipments and truckloads in transit to ensure they arrive on time and provide status updates to customers.
• Transport Planning & Coordination – Execute planning and scheduling vehicles/trucks for local deliveries.
• Track shipments in real-time to ensure on-time delivery.
• Capture and verify transport data on the system (e.g. trip sheets, PODs, fuel usage).
• Support adherence to company transport policies, SOPs and safety standards.
• Report and document incidents and accidents.
• Communicate with drivers regarding schedules, documentation, and operational updates.
• Liaise with internal departments (Finance, Warehousing) and external service providers.
• Provide support to clients on queries.
• On-time departure and delivery rate.
• Maintain and update the Combined Load Register daily to ensure accurate tracking of loads.
• Provide assistance during leave periods, ensuring responsibilities are managed effectively.
• Due to the nature of the role, the individual may be required to work outside of normal operating hours as and when business needs arise.

Qualifications

• Matric.
• Degree/Diploma in Logistics/Transport Management (advantageous).

Experience

• 1-3 years experience in transport/logistics environment.
• Computer literacy (MS Office, transport management systems).
• Good analytical and numerical skills.

Skills/Competencies

• Ability to work under pressure.
• Attention to detail.
• Dedicated to service excellence.
• Apply logical thinking.
• Reliability.
• Self-disciplined and organized.

Languages

• English.
• At least 1 other language - Desirable.